fright

Example Sentences

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The al-mirajes saw them, took fright, and vanished into the crowd.

From Literature

“Terribly sorry for the fright. I’m in a bit of a rush.”

From Literature

In traditional horror movies, fright is centered and dialogue is a backdrop.

From Los Angeles Times

Draping himself in ice towels during the changeovers, he suffered a fright in the third set with severe cramp that needed treatment.

From Barron's

Such a screech pierced the night, I felt a shiver of fright race up my shoulders.

From Literature